The Creators Guild of America is the official 501(c)(6)
non-profit organization that protects and promotes the interests of digital creators.
We provide creators with legal protections, recognition, benefits, community, and more.
Legal Protections
Use our legal document on all of your deals. The CGA Rider, a legally binding document that provides fundamental protections for creators across payments, ownership, and AI digestion.
Recognition (c.g.a)
Receive credit and recognition for your professional work in accordance with the CGA’s Creator Code of Credits. Accredited works will also be eligible for upcoming CGA Awards.
Credit (IMDb for Creators)
Have your accredited work appear on our public database, Hue. Leverage our database to find other creators, validate your work experience, and attract new opportunities.
The Shield
The CGA monitors the conduct of brands, agencies, and creators through the Shield program. Members can report any issues creating transparency and accountability in the industry.
Concierge
Real answers by real humans to help you solve any real problems. The CGA Concierge is your direct line to real, human support. Whether you’re navigating a tricky situation or just need some direction, we're here.
Community
Attend in person screenings, exclusive events, and webinars. Members can expand their knowledge, network, and overall community, while sharpening their skills on the latest industry trends.
Advocacy
The CGA champions creators’ rights. We work directly with platforms, governments, and brands to protect the rights of digital creators and to unify our collective voice.
Discounts
Members gain exclusive access to special discounts on products and services. From popular software, to incentives on health care, members can save money and get the best deals.
Education
Gain access to sample contracts, creator economy 101, virtual panels and our concierge service for ongoing support, best practices, and creator fundamentals.
View some of our accredited members and the work they've produced.
Fleur De Nuit
Marketing
21 August 2023
Ghost
Media
2 October 2020
SmallRock Studios
Maker
15 December 2022
Greg X Nino
Marketing
7 June 2024
Eligible members may apply for any category (Media, Marketing or Maker) and must meet any two (2) of the category’s requirements for acceptance.
Media
Creator, Influencer, Gamer, Podcaster, Entertainer, Writer
Requirements
Any two (2) are required:
10K followers across 3 or less platforms
25K or more monthly active website visits
One (1) verified platform (Excluding X)
Paid activations valued over $15K (1 year or less)
Five (5) confirmed "Created By" Credits
Marketing
Brand, Community, Videographer, Photographer, Editor, Designer
Requirements
Any two (2) are required:
Professional work portfolio
Active W2 employment at agency or in marketing role
25K followers across 5 managed accounts
Paid projects valued over $15K (1 year or less)
Five (5) confirmed "Created By" Credits
Maker
Founder, Co-Founder, Producer, Developer
Requirements
Any two (2) are required:
$500K in venture capital raised from institutional funds
$100K per year in gross revenue (USD)
50K streams, downloads, or installations
Github repo submissions
Five (5) confirmed "Created By" Credits
Footnotes
Our eligibility requirements are thoughtfully crafted by a diverse committee of creative professionals from all backgrounds, ensuring inclusivity and representation across the industry.
We proudly support members from all cultures, ethnicities, and backgrounds. As a Guild, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community and are committed to fostering an environment of equality and acceptance for all.
As a non-profit organization, the dues paid by our members are reinvested into the Guild to fund events, legal costs, and continuous improvements, making sure to look after our volunteers and ensuring a vibrant future for all creators.
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